Writing in numerals: step-by-step example
29 October 2026
Children often see numbers written in words, especially in word problems or instructions. Understanding how to turn these words into numerals is an important skill for 11+ maths.
Question
Write the number 'three hundred and twenty-four' in numerals.
Step 1: Listen to the words. The number is 'three hundred and twenty-four'.
Step 2: 'Three hundred' means 3 in the hundreds place: 300.
Step 3: 'Twenty-four' means 2 in the tens place (20) and 4 in the ones place (4).
Step 4: Add the parts together: 300 + 20 + 4 = 324.
The correct answer is 324.
| Place | Value |
|---|---|
| Hundreds | 300 |
| Tens | 20 |
| Ones | 4 |
After working through this example, your child will be able to spot the value of each part of a number written in words and write it correctly in numerals. They can now try similar questions to build confidence and accuracy.
